SPORTS SPECIALIST (YOUTH CENTER) - DIX Job in Fort Dix, NJ

Vacancy No. 245NFSYYTD690787 Department Air Mobility Command
Salary $19.68 to $36.90 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Part-time
Open Date 12/18/2024 Close Date 1/18/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fort Dix, NJ


Summary

About the position: This position is located at the Fort Dix Youth Center.The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle therefore a valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained; a good driving record may be required as a condition of employment.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

Duties

Within overall plans developed at higher levels, and by the supervisor, selects and emphasizes assigned youth sports program activities to be offered for ages 5-18. Both the required basic program categories, and those additional ones possible through available resources and desirable in terms of participant interests and needs, i.e. sports events etc. Implements program plans developed by supervisor and acts as the point of contact (POC) for all JB MDL volunteer youth coaches. Coordinates and plans the details of both special and recurring sports activities ensuring maximum use of facilities, services, and other resources. Schedules and publicizes various youth sports activities in the interest of the most effective attraction and motivation of participants. Selects and emphasizes recreational sports activities to be offered with an average of 15 teams per program. Assists in conducting clinics and seminars to train coaches, officials, and/or participants. Schedules and publicizes tournaments and other sports events. Solicits volunteer and paid services for activities and evaluates the effectiveness of youth sports activities and program objectives. Plan and maintain budget for equipment through the fiscal year as it relates to sports equipment, field equipment, and officials' and scorekeepers' payroll. Recruit, train and schedule volunteer coaches, officials, and scorekeepers for each assigned sport when needed to operate and schedule changes. Train and supervise staff on proper use of equipment to maintain fields and gymnasiums and arbitrate on and off the field objections and protests. Responsible for year-round field and building maintenance at various sports facilities and arrange for necessary supplies, transportation, space, and services to accomplish scheduled sports activities. Assists the open rec program in shill coverage when needed. programs and promotions that include set up, implementation and breakdown including but not limited to Olympic Day, Day for Kids, America Armed Forces Kids Runs, and other activities that promote healthy living/fitness and sports recreation. May supervise, lead. oversee, and/or coordinate the daily activities of other employees engaged in the performance of their duties and other duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12648730

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
  • This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
  • This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
  • This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
  • This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date,
01/18/2025
  • Business Based Action
  • Military Spouse Preference
  • Outside Applicant Veteran
  • Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
  • Transition Hiring Preference


In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.


Qualifying Experience: Demonstrated experience in planning, supervising, administering, or carrying out a sports program that included a variety of individual and team sports and guiding participants in developing the skills needed for participation in youth sports activities and teaching the techniques of various sports. This experience may have been gained managing or administering a youth sports program in a community, industrial activity, or secondary school or college: planning. teaching or evaluating a physical education curriculum for secondary or higher academic levels: or managing, umpiring, or officiating at amateur or professional athletic events, recreational, or games. Subject to work an uncommon tour of duty to meet program requirements including nights, weekends, and holidays. Required experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level. An undergraduate degree in physical education may be fully qualifying for this position.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
  • This position requires the incumbent to be able to read, speak, and write English.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Direct deposit is required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • A probationary period may be required.
  • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
  • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
  • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

Required Documents

Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

  • Resume


Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Diploma/ GED
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • Other (2)
  • PCS Orders
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 01/18/2025 to receive consideration.

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Agency contact information

JBMDL NAF HR Office
Address
JBMDL Ft Dix Child and Youth Services Flight
87 FSS/FSCN
2905 Tuskegee Airmen Ave, Room 1
McGuire AFB, NJ 08641-5012
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